A gurdwara, gurudwara, or gurudwar (Punjabi: ਗੁਰਦੁਆਰਾ, romanized: gurdu'ārā, lit. 'door of the guru ') is a place of assembly and worship in Sikhism, but its normal meaning is "place of …

Gurdwara, in Sikhism, a place of worship in India and overseas. The gurdwara contains—on a cot under a canopy—a copy of the Adi Granth (“First Volume”), the sacred scripture of Sikhism.

They were a place where Sikhs could gather to hear the Guru speak or sing hymns. As the Sikh population continued to grow Guru Hargobind introduced the word Gurdwara, meaning the …

Oct 27, 2009 · In a modern Gurdwara, the Guru is not a person but the book of Sikh scriptures called the Guru Granth Sahib. It is the presence of the Guru Granth Sahib that gives the …

Any place where the Guru Granth Sahib is installed and treated with due respect can be referred to as a Gurdwara. During the times of the early Gurus, Sikh places of worship were referred to …

Dec 6, 2024 · A Sikh gurdwara is more than a place of worship—it’s a living embodiment of faith, service, and community. Open to all, regardless of background or belief. The first gurdwara …

Sep 6, 2021 · Gurdwara: (Gurmukhi: ਗੁਰਦੁਆਰਾ) literally Guru's portal/ abode / House or Door. In the early period of Sikhism, before the advent of the word "Gurdwara", the word …

Sep 30, 2025 · A Gurdwara is essentially a Sikh place of worship, where congregational prayers and community gatherings take place. The term "Gurdwara" means "the gateway to the Guru," …

A Gurdwara is the sacred place of worship for Sikhs, where devotees gather to pray, reflect, and connect with the divine. The term “Gurdwara” translates to “the gateway to the Guru,” …

This article provides a comprehensive exploration of the Gurdwara, a central institution in Sikhism. We will delve into its architecture, history, significance, and daily activities.